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Best Things to Do in Canberra, solo trip
John Knight Memorial Park is 85% Solo-Friendly
Free fitness trail, disc-golf, lake paths and quiet shaded spots give a lone visitor varied exercise and relaxation choices, and the area feels safe with regular local foot traffic.
Recommended visit duration: 1-3 hours
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Corroboree Group Oval, Manuka is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can easily buy a single ticket, mingle with locals, use free match-day transport, and walk the leafy perimeter path on quiet days; limited seating cover in rain.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve is 85% Solo-Friendly
Many short and moderate trails, wildlife hides and a staffed visitor centre let a solo guest roam confidently, capture photos and get help if needed without feeling isolated.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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EPIC Budawang is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can wander farmers markets, bookfairs or craft shows at their own pace, with free entry, ample seating, good public transport links and safe indoor space whatever the weather.
Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours
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Timezone & Zone Bowling Belconnen is 84% Solo-Friendly
Solo visitors get 75+ arcade and VR titles, pay-per-play bowling and free entry, so it is easy to drop in and stay as long as you like, though the venue is loud and prizes skew child-oriented.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Mount Taylor Nature Reserve is 84% Solo-Friendly
Varied bush trails from 2 km strolls to 4 km zig-zag loop give independent hikers exercise, wildlife and panoramic views; free entry and benches aid rest; absence of toilets or water requires self-sufficiency.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Canberra Glassworks is 84% Solo-Friendly
Solo visitors can freely roam the gallery, watch live glass-blowing from the mezzanine, join a free heritage tour, or book a one-on-one class, all without needing child facilities.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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National Carillon is 84% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can easily reach the island, enjoy free bell recitals, take a low-cost tower tour, and photograph lake views without needing extra facilities, making the venue very suitable.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Commonwealth Park is 84% Solo-Friendly
Wide lakeside paths, free art and water features, ample seating and toilets give a solo visitor safe, flexible ways to walk, read or photograph for hours without feeling isolated.
Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours
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Llewellyn Hall is 84% Solo-Friendly
Free lunchtime recitals and paid evening concerts offer flexible culture; a solo visitor can sit anywhere, use lifts easily, and needs little gear or advance planning.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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